About J. Rafe Sales, MD

J. Rafe Sales, MD

At his practice in Portland, Oregon, J. Rafe Sales, MD, a board-certified and fellowship-trained spine surgeon, provides customized diagnosis and treatment plans for adults living with spinal pain and related symptoms.

Dr. Sales is a leader in the field of spine surgery, using state-of-the-art treatments and products to help patients return to active, pain-free lives. Dr. Sales has focused on minimally invasive spine surgery for over 20 years, helping redefine what is possible in the field of spine surgery. Over 70% of patients are discharged home the day of surgery and 95% within 24 hours. Using cutting edge technology, even one and two level lower back fusion patients can often sleep in their own bed the night of surgery. This focus on minally invasive spine surgery has allowed Dr Sales and his team to consistently give patients excellent results, with the lowest infection rate and length of stay in Oregon. Dr Sales serves as the Medical Director of Spine Surgery for Providence Health System in Oregon, helping guide care for patients across the state.

Dr. Sales takes a conservative approach to treating spinal conditions and injuries. In addition to providing minimally invasive spinal surgeries such as disc replacements, surgical decompressions, spinal cord stimulator implantation, and spinal fusion surgeries, Dr. Sales and his team provide comprehensive treatment plans for patients. Often patients do not need surgery, and the team collaborates closely with pain specialists, physical therapists, chiropractors, and naturopaths to help patients recover without surgical intervention

When surgery is necessary, Dr. Sales and his team pride themselves on helping patients return to their homes and regular activities quickly and safely. As noted previously, we have the lowest length of stay for spine surgery in Oregon. In most cases, we provide spinal surgery as an outpatient procedure, allowing patients to return to their lives as quickly as possible. 

Dr. Sales and his team welcome new patients and accept most insurance plans. Appointments are available today by calling the practice or booking online. Call today to see if your condition qualifies for minimally invasive surgery with Dr Sales and the team at Summit Spine!